Ryan Marotta, Assistant Editor

The FDA has approved Endoceutics' prasterone (Intrarosa), a once-daily vaginal insert for the treatment of women who experience moderate to severe pain during sexual intercourse as a result of menopause.

Dallas Smith, a pharmacy student at the University of Findlay College of Pharmacy, is driven by a passion for improving patients’ overall well-being.

On election day, voters headed to the polls not only to cast their ballots for the next US President, but also, in 9 states, to determine whether to legalize or expand the use of marijuana.

The results of a recent study have suggested that parents use flavored sprays when their children have difficulty swallowing pills.

Although men generally have fewer options for controlling their fertility than women, an investigational hormone shot could provide male patients with a new way to help prevent pregnancy in their female partners.

A hospital in Des Moines, Iowa, has notified relevant patients that a former employee may have stolen opioid painkillers intended for them.

As the roles and responsibilities of pharmacy technicians continue to evolve, patients are increasingly recognizing how important the presence is of nationally certified technicians on the pharmacy team.

For some technicians, National Pharmacy Technician Day provides an opportunity to reflect upon what they mean to the pharmacy team.

Learn about the new products and expanded indications approved by the FDA in September 2016.

Certain interactions on Facebook may have a positive effect on users' psychological health.

In order to help current and aspiring technicians prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam, the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board has released an updated version of its practice exam, as well as a new study app.

In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, pharmacy technicians should consider staying up-to-date on the latest research on suicide risk factors and prevention strategies.

Learn about the new products and expanded indications approved by the FDA in August 2016.

Students who have trouble remembering their class materials should consider getting a few extra hours of sleep every night.

The monstrous popularity of Pokemon Go is spurring new conversations about the potential health benefits and dangers of mobile augmented reality games.

In recognition of his commitment to his patients' health and his management of his pharmacy team, Kevin Gaughan has been named winner of the 2016 Walmart Pharmacist Excellence in Patient Care Award.

Although the United States often ranks lower than other developed nations in math and science proficiency, recent study results offer some insight into how American students can be led to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

With students heading back to school and flu season on the horizon, pharmacy technicians will soon experience a surge of patients requesting their flu shot and other vaccinations.

A complete understanding of the human desire to help others has long eluded scientists and philosophers, but recent study findings provide insight into the brain mechanisms responsible for altruistic behavior.

At some point in their careers or studies, a number of pharmacists and pharmacy students have experienced burnout, a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion from work.

Despite concerns that individuals are increasingly fulfilling their social needs through Facebook rather than face-to-face conversations, recent study results show social media users are well aware that there's no substitute for in-person interaction.

Conventional wisdom holds that having a backup plan is an important way to prepare for unexpected setbacks while pursuing a goal.

Students who misuse prescription stimulants to improve their academic performance are more likely to have ADHD.

A recent study has good news for bookworms: readers may live an average of about 2 years longer.

Learn about the new products and expanded indications approved by the FDA in July 2016.

As the pharmacy landscape continues to shift, pharmacy schools must take innovative approaches to evolve alongside it.

Recognized by his peers for his commitment to his patients' health, Mathews Ampatu has been named the winner of the 2016 Walmart Pharmacist Excellence in Patient Care Award.

The spread of the Zika virus is a growing concern for many patients and health care professionals, especially with the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro just around the corner.

Hortense Jones, CPhT, shares her experiences and thoughts on the technician's changing role.

The FDA has granted approval to Shire's lifitegrast ophthalmic 5% solution (Xiidra), a twice-daily eye drop solution indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease in adults.